Top Causes of Rollover Accidents

A North Carolina woman evacuating the Outer Banks before Hurricane Irene hit was killed in a car accident. Her SUV rolled over several times, ejecting one of the passengers and seriously injuring three other passengers. The fatal rollover accident occurred because of a wooden pallet in the middle of the street, which caused the driver to lose control of her SUV.

SUVs are more prone to rollovers. Because they have a higher center of gravity, SUVs are more likely to rollover when they're in an accident or making sharp turns.

Rollover accidents typically involve just one car. Loss of vehicle control because of a turn, narrow passage or an impaired driver are the main reasons why rollover accidents occur. Although rollovers occur in collisions with other vehicles, those statistics are lower, according to Discovery Company.

Tire blowouts can cause rollovers. If drivers experience a tire blowout-especially a rear tire blowout-they will most likely experience a rollover, especially if the vehicle is traveling over 55 MPH.

Brent Adams & Associates' car accident attorneys have helped rollover accident victims in NC win accident claims. SUV rollover claims can be extensive and expensive for victims to process on their own, that's why our car accident attorneys are essential for litigation. Attorneys in Raleigh who have successful won lawsuits can help rollover accident victims experiencing serious injuries or wrongful death of a loved one. Contact Brent Adams & Associates today at 800.849.5931 or via our contact form here.